2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Because 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ginetta G34. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | 156 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1050 mm |
