1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | GT | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
