1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | 146 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
