1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 306 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Graduate | Pod |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
