1969 Opel GT vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 1969 Opel GT 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 1969 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | 146 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
