2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
