1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |