1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Alfetta | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |