1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | GTV | Laser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
