2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RSX | Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |