1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
| Model | GTV | SC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
