1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Alfa Romeo GT 1988 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Camry
Year Released 1975 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2610 mm


 

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