2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 655 kg more than 1978 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 Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |