1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 146 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
