1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 3 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GTV | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
