1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
