2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
