1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |