1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 156 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
