2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
