1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTA | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
