2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | City |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
