1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 829 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Sienna |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |