2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 629 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
