1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 33 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |
