2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |