1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 26 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, 2001 Audi A3, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
