1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 409 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2803 mm |