2002 Acura RSX vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
