1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Windom

To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Windom weights approximately 430 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 2005 Toyota Windom
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Windom
Year Released 1979 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2730 mm


 

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