2003 Acura TL vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 248 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
