1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GTV | 156 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |