1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1980 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Tercel, 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. 1980 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Tercel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |