1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 86 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
