2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corolla | 2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |