1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Speedster weights approximately 158 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTA | Speedster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |