2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
