1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 312 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
