2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 19 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 475 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 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 |
