1994 Acura Integra vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra, 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | Spider |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
