2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 624 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
