1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Quantum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 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 | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3120 mm |