1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Audi 100
To start off, both 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1978 Audi 100 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Audi 100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTV | 100 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |