1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 888 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTA | Impala |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
