2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1990 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1990 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Kamal | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |