1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corsa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |