1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |