1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | GTV | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
