1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. 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 56 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
