1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 20 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 101 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
