1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra, 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, 2005 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
