1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Berlina | Solara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |