1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
