1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
