1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | LR3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |