2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
