1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 274 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Today |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
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 | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |