1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra 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 15 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2001 Holden Vectra 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. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
