2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 263 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
