1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | 146 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1747 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
