1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 1900 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
