1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 87 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |