1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 922 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2022 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3100 mm |
