1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 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 120 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 25 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
