1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
