1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 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 49 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |