1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 2003 Toyota Tundra
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Spider Tundra
Year Released 1975 2003
Body Type Roadster Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 132 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3270 mm


 

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