1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Opel 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |