1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Hilux |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |