2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | 159 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |