1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Crown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
