1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 903 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Spider | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
