1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GTV | 504 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
