1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 39 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 350 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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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 (115 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Prius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
