1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 31 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 605 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 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 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GTA | 75 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |