1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfetta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
