2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
