1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.

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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model GTV Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1976 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 4703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 132 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 394 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 87 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 78 L


 

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