2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
