1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 33 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 186 kg more than 1984 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
