2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 84 L |
