1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 244 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | GT | Nova |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2350 mm |
