1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTA | A7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2914 mm |
