2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 548 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
