1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 16 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |