1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 53 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corona |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |