1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1993 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 13 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1993 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | APV |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
