1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 97 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
