1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
