1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 434 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
