2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 391 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
