2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2002 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |