1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1970 Toyota Century
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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Century |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |