1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 482 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |