1991 Acura Legend vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | Spider |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
