1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTA | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
