1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1984 Talbot 1510 is newer by 4 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 95 more horse power than 1984 Talbot 1510. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Talbot 1510. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot 1510. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | GTV | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
