1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 516 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 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, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Honda CR-V 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 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2619 mm |
