1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 676 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
