1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 22 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara 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 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfetta | Solara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |