1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 39 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1133 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius
Make Alfa Romeo SsangYong
Model GTA Rodius
Year Released 1971 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 80 L


 

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