1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 42 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Spider | Accent |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
