1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
