1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Opel Signum

To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum.

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 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 1998 Opel Signum
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model Spider Signum
Year Released 1995 1998
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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