1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 600 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
