1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |