1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 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 58 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | 356 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
