2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica 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 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
