1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Graduate | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 36 L |
