1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
