2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.

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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GTV 2012 Fiat Strada
Make Alfa Romeo Fiat
Model GTV Strada
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4444 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1644 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2718 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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