2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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, 2012 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra 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 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
