2001 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
