1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 67 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Corona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
