1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 445 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
