1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Honda Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |