1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara, 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Solara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |