2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Spider | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
