1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 500 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 Corolla, 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 Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTA | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |