1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
