1977 Toyota Corona vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corona | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corona | 146 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
