1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. Both 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,975 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 470 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
