2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MiTo | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
