1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 342 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfetta | Venture |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |