1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
