1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
