1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 600 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTV | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |