1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 641 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | GTV | Rexton |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |