1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTA | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
