1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3590 mm |
