1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 16 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | GTV | Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
