1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |