1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo GT 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Land Cruiser
Year Released 1966 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 87 L


 

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