1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Spider | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
