1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 135 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
