1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 640 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
