1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 251 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
Model | Spider | EL |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |