1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
