1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Toyota Will

To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 27 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 480 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 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo GT 2001 Toyota Will
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Will
Year Released 1974 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 91.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L


 

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