1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 631 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
