1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon 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 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfetta | Canyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |