1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
