1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |