1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 953 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTV | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
