1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 146 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
