2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |