1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 45 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. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 716 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
