1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GTV | Verada |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |