1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1579 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 543 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3099 mm |