1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 3 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
