1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
