1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 25 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 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 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GTV | C8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |