1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
