1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 14 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 71 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 2004 MCC ForTwo
Make Alfa Romeo MCC
Model Spider ForTwo
Year Released 1990 2004
Body Type Roadster Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1962 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 730 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


 

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