1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 101 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
