2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 371 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |