1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV 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) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Ballade |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |