1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 338 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Caimano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
