2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 949 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |