1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 639 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV6 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
