1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 32 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 770 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema 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 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTV | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
