1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 115 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 |