1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Prius |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |