2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1993 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |