1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena 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 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | GTV | Arena |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
