1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
