2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |