1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 41 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Venza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |
