1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Toyota Alfa Romeo
Model Corona 156
Year Released 1975 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2600 mm