1997 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | 159 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
