1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 557 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 Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 Solstice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | GTA | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
