2005 Acura TSX vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
