2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 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. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider are equipped with a 1,970 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Spider |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |