1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 156 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |