1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Spider |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
