1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
