1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 215 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, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
