1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Megane weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
