2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
