1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | 190 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
