1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Paseo |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |