1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
