1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |