1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
