2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City 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 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | City |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
