2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 543 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
