1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 84 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Sportut | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
