1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 19 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R 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 | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | R8R |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
