2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 276 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.

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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 1993 Subaru Impreza
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model Spider Impreza
Year Released 2003 1993
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1820 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1214 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2530 mm