1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | Spider | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1810 mm |