1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
