1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 338 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
