1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 37 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 765 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 159 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1859 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
