1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1979 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
