1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
