1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 146 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
