1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
