2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | GT | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
