1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
