1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 293 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Alfetta | G12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
