1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 216 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 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Honda CR-V 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. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Alfa Romeo Spider 2013 Honda CR-V
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Spider CR-V
Year Released 1997 2013
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1601 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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