1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
