2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. Both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider are equipped with a 3,179 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, both vehicles can yield 289 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
