2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
