1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Toyota Celica

To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1983 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (203 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo GTV 1983 Toyota Celica
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Celica
Year Released 1983 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 106 HP
Torque 203 Nm 147 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2510 mm


 

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