2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 755 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |