1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Alfetta | G-series |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
