1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
