1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 | 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GTV | Brera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
