1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
