1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. 2000 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | GTV | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
