2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 155 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Spider |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
