1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
