1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 36 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 843 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | GTA | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |