2002 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 990 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
