1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTA | Avensis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |