1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 198 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT | 2000 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 71 L |