1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 5 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 24 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV | 230 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
