1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 29 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 762 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
