1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
