1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 893 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95 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 | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
