1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |