1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo GT 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Sienna
Year Released 1972 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 131 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 2037 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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