1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 89 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | GTA | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
