1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Luxgen |
| Model | Spider | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
