1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 179 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
