1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
