1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 185 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, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |