2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
