1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | GTA | Avanti |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |