1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 86 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |