2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
