1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1980 Toyota Cressida is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Cressida |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |