2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | 88 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |