1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 54 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Camry |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |