1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 156 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2491 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
