1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Sprint | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |