1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern 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 113 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTV | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
