1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |