2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
