1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 236 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
