1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 251 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | GTV | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
