1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
