1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 142 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |