1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 661 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotec |
Model | Alfetta | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |