1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
