1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 620 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 2010 Jeep Patriot
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model GTA Patriot
Year Released 1967 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4409 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 51 L


 

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