1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 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 Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
