1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 36 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1334 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTA | SSR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
