1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | CLK |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |