2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 408 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
