1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sprint | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |
