1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. Both 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1966 Toyota Corona are equipped with a 1,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 27 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
