1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
