1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |