1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 33 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 1,290 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 225 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, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTA | Albea |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |