1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1979 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
