1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Joice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
