2001 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
