1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 282 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Spider | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
