1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
