1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 625 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
