2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 1995 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | Spider | Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |