2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |