1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 895 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Life |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
