1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 505 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | GTV | GTO |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
