2009 Acura TSX vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 522 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
