2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
