2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV are equipped with a 3,179 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 44 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | GTV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
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 | 248 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |