2003 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
