1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 30 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. Both 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |