2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 614 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Supra (598 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 598 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |