2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
| Model | Spider | Machimoto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
