1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 835 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | 159 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
