1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GTV | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
