2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life 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 201 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |