2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |
