1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT | 1750 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 46 L |