1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 159 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
