1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Avanti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Avanti | GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
