1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
