1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corona | 166 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
