1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Echo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
