1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | SSR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
