1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 51 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1384 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Spider Sequoia
Year Released 1962 2013
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2582 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 100 L


 

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