1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
