1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |