2005 Acura RSX vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 25 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, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 46 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | GTV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
