2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 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 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 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 147 | GTV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
