1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Studebaker |
| Model | GTV | President State |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3070 mm |
