1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D 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 112 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | GTV | 500D |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |
