1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | S-MX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |