1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Element |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |