1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 102 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 216 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |