1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3400 mm |
