1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 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 115 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | GTV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
