1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
