1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1997 Dodge Copperhead were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Because 1997 Dodge Copperhead 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 1997 Dodge Copperhead. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GTV | Copperhead |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |