1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sportut | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
