2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
