2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 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 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
