1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Scighera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
