1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
