2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 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 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
