1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
