1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1977 Toyota Century is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Century |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |