1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 27 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 416 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTV | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
