2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 24 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 800 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
