1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Subaru SVX were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | SVX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |