1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
