2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. Both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 are equipped with a 3,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
