1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
