1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza

To start off, both 1971 Alfa Romeo GT and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Alfa Romeo GT 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
Make Alfa Romeo Vauxhall
Model GT Firenza
Year Released 1971 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2470 mm


 

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