1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Hilux |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |