1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 13 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 625 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
