1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 4 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
