1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Spider Land Cruiser
Year Released 1966 1989
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2582 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 322 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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