1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 18 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 68 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Parati |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |