1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
