1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 645 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTA | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |