1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 22 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 37 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
