1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet 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 69 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | GTV | Violet |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
