1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
