1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 861 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Spider | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |