1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 486 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, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
