1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
