1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo GTV 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model GTV Camaro
Year Released 1976 1992
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 132 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 68 L


 

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