1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Supra |
Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 358 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |