1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 159 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2387 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
