1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
