2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
