1998 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
