1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
