1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 73 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Allion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
