1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1750 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
