1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Spider | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
