1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Camry |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |