1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 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 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |