1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 90 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 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 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
