1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
