1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 393 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corona | GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
