1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 40 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 158 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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 GTA (140 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTA | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
