2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 31 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
