1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
