1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corona | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corona | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
