1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
