1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont 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 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
