1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 190 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
