2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic 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 71 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 392 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
