1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 41 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 450 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corona | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
