1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | GTV | 400 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |