1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
