1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Spider | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
