1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 630 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore 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 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GT | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2950 mm |
