1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 17 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 282 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 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | G25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
