1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 38 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2011 Brilliance BS4, 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 (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Brilliance |
| Model | GTV | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
