1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 412 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Nova |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
