2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 35 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
