1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
