2004 Acura EL vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 24 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | EL | GTV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
