1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 692 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | GTA | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |