1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
