1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfetta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
