1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 30 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3060 mm |
