2001 Acura TL vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 21 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | GTV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
