1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 132 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
