1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 19 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | 75 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
