1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
