2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
