1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 296 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
