1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTA | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
