1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
Model | Spider | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |