1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 14 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 78 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
