2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2000 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Quantum 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Quantum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |