1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfetta | GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
