1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 308 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
