1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 514 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GTV | Viper |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |