1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 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 Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
