1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 742 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Caimano | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
