1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1981 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
