1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 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, 2003 Renault Laguna, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
