1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
