1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 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 Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
