1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna 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 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTA | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
