1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corolla | 166 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
