2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
