1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
