2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Spider | Marcia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |