1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |