2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 24 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, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
