1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sprinter | 146 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1970 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |