1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 31 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | GTV | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |
