1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | GTV | 75 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |