1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
