1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 850 | GTV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |