2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 38 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 610 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
