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 144 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 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 1075 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 1290 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
