1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 28 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, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Acty |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
