1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 850 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
