2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
