1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
