1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 98 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
