1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |