1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 280 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Jetta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |