1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (105 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 829 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
