1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 841 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Spider | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
