1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
