1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 33 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
