1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 8 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 285 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | SZ | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
