1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 538 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
