1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 39 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze (110 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze (142 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTA | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
