1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 131 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfetta | GTV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
