1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Element |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |