1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 134 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Starlet |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |