1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 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) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 600 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Spider | Estate |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |