1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | Discovery |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |