1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 604 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1750 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
