2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 169 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
