2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
