1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GTV | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
