1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTA | 993 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
