1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | Alfetta | T700 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3140 mm |
