2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
