1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 38 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Quantum |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3120 mm |