1995 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Spider 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | Brera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
