1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
