1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 116 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1961 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
