1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City 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 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | City |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |