1995 Acura Legend vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legend | Spider |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |