2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina 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 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
