1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | AR 51 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
