2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
