1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 100 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTA | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
