1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Crown | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Crown | MiTo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |