2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2001 Kia Shuma were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Shuma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.4 mm |
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 | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |