1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Berlina | Prius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
