2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
