1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 57 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.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |