2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
