2000 Acura RL vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | GTV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
