1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 22 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Acty |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
