2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 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. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 433 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
