1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 171 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
