1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
