1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 23 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
