1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel 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 40 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 98 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
Model | GTA | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 25 L |