1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Starlet |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |