1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Life |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |