2005 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 668 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Safari | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1080 kg |
