1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
