1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 45 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 942 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTA | GT-R |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 628 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |