1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 2007 Toyota Sienna
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfetta Sienna
Year Released 1974 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 3454 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 109 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 76 L


 

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