2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |