1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 31 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 76 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Vitz |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |