2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | GT | Carlton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |