1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 8 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC 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 32 kg more than 2005 Scion tC.
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, 2005 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
| Model | GTV | tC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
