1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 10 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 20 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | GTV | 900 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |