2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 258 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
