1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 229 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
