1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 63 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
