1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | 10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
