2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
