2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. Both 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider are equipped with a 1,747 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GTV | Spider |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |