1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1120 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 |