2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
