1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
