1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | T5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |