1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
