1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Honda Today

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 1994 Honda Today
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Spider Today
Year Released 1983 1994
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1400 mm


 

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