1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 18 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |