2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 750 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
