1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 8 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Mark II |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |