1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 136 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |