2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GTV 2005 Tata Indigo
Make Alfa Romeo Tata
Model GTV Indigo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm


 

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