1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfetta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |