1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 105 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | GTV |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |