1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |