1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 102 L |
