1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
