1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 153 kg more than 1984 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Caimano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
