2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
