1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, both vehicles can yield 121 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
