2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Alfa Romeo GTV 1989 Avanti Avanti
Make Alfa Romeo Avanti
Model GTV Avanti
Year Released 2004 1989
Engine Size 1910 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5540 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3400 mm