1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 269 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.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra 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 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTA | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
