1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Camry |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |