1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 233 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfetta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
