1991 Toyota Model F vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Model F | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Model F | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
