1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |