2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 20 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 725 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Kamal | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
