1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTA | Sienna |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |