1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |