1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 37 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 664 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Yaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |