1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 274 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador 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 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | GTV | Matador |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
