1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 29 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 51 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
