1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfetta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
