1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GTV | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
