1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 945 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Sprint | Hilux |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |