1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 996 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3270 mm |
