1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Rover 2000
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 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
