1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
