1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 389 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
