2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
