1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 12 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 187 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
