1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1996 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |