1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | ASX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
