1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |