1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 156 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
