1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1026 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Highlander |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 287 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |