1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 990 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.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |