1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
