2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 555 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 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 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 | 1735 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
