2001 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
